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Nanome raises $3 million to help scientists get up close with molecular structures in VR

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So far, Nanome has worked largely on projects with companies in the food and beverage industry, as well as another to develop more sustainable batteries. But they have plans to use this new funding to expand into pharmaceutical chemistry, synthetic biology, and even education.

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Transfr raises $12M Series A to bring virtual reality to manufacturing-plant floors

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In order to recover, companies must focus on re-skilling their workforces in a measured and sustainable way. Transfr started as a mentor-based VR training programming play. Labster, which offers schools VR simulations of science class, had product usage grow 15 times since March.

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Huawei Unleashes the Power of Technology for a Sustainable, Digital Europe

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Digital transformation is key in building Europe’s resilience and sustainability Huawei As a committed partner of digital Europe, Huawei builds innovative ICT infrastructure and works with customers and partners to accelerate the digital transformation of enterprises, aiming to drive economic prosperity and build a sustainable, digital Europe.

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A year on from Russia’s invasion, Ukrainian startups show astounding resilience

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Around 7,000 tech workers have joined the ranks of the Armed Forces or Territorial Defense Only last month, OneUkraine sprang up from a host of major European tech founders and investors, who plan to provide sustainable humanitarian relief for the Ukrainian people. Incorporated in Delaware, USA. Secured seed finding from SMRK VC.

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Extra Crunch roundup: China’s new data privacy law, fractional farming, debt vs. equity

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“Edtech and the creator economy certainly differ in the problems they try to solve: Finding a VR solution to make online STEM classes more realistic is a different nut to crack than streamlining all of a creator’s different monetization strategies into one platform. Meet retail’s new sustainability strategy: Personalization.

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Dutch startup hub Utrecht emerges from Amsterdam’s shadow

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Our survey respondents think the ecosystem is strong in sustainable energy, medtech, food tech, life sciences, marketplaces, deep tech, gaming and media. The investment scene is described variously as focusing on software, clean tech, life sciences, biotech, organoids, 3D bioprinting, AI and VR/AR. Utrecht is a bit lagging.”

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Sports venues advance goals, enhance fan experience with data analytics

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A 2018 report by consulting firm Deloitte notes that fans at home often have access to better camera angles, as well as AR/VR, multiplatform, and other multimedia options. Sustainability is all about continuous business improvement. Sustainability is all about innovation and business optimization.

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